Sports Massage - Qp4

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    Post Sports Massage should be used to speed up blood and ______ flow and help remove any waste products remaining in the muscles, and this massage should be quite light using mainly effleurage and light kneading.

    • Lymph
    • Toxin
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The 'Sports Massage - QP4' quiz assesses knowledge on the timing and techniques of sports massages, their benefits, and potential risks. It covers rules for pre-sport massages, conditions like flat foot, and matching injuries with their definitions, relevant for aspiring sports therapists and medical professionals.

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  • 2. 

    A treatment given at the right time and duration can be of great benefit, but one given at the wrong time or too lengthy a treatment will cause nothing but damage.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that timing and duration are crucial factors in determining the effectiveness of a treatment. If a treatment is administered at the right time and for the appropriate duration, it can have significant benefits. However, if the treatment is given at the wrong time or for too long, it can be harmful and cause damage instead. Therefore, the statement is true in highlighting the importance of timing and duration in treatment outcomes.

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  • 3. 

    Flat Foot condition has many causes, but is common in sporting activities due to over training causing the leg muscles to fatigue.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Flat foot condition, also known as fallen arches, can be caused by various factors. However, it is often observed in individuals who engage in sports and undergo excessive training. Overtraining can lead to muscle fatigue in the legs, which can contribute to the development of flat foot. Therefore, the statement that flat foot condition is common in sporting activities due to overtraining causing leg muscle fatigue is true.

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  • 4. 

    Tendonitis may arise most commonly in the Achilles tendon,  the peroneal and tibial muscles as they wind around the ankles before attaching to the ______ bones.

    • Foot

    • Knee

    • Toe

    Correct Answer
    A. Foot
    Explanation
    Tendonitis is inflammation of the tendons, and it commonly occurs in the Achilles tendon, peroneal muscles, and tibial muscles. These tendons wind around the ankles before attaching to the foot bones. Therefore, the correct answer is foot.

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  • 5. 

    The best place to practice injury massage is on muscles of the back or arm, where a direct comparison may be drawn.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the best place to practice injury massage is on muscles of the back or arm, where a direct comparison can be made. However, this is not necessarily true. The best place to practice injury massage may vary depending on the specific injury and the individual's needs. It is important to consider the location and severity of the injury, as well as any contraindications or precautions that may be present. Therefore, the statement is false as it oversimplifies the practice of injury massage.

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  • 6. 

    Rules for pre-sport massage:-  (Select Three)

    • Make sure any massage treatment is within 20 minutes of actually playing.

    • Only give massage to specific areas, eg. legs for runners.

    • The massage should be relaxing.

    • Do not use any deep massage movements, stick with mainly effleurage and light kneading.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Make sure any massage treatment is within 20 minutes of actually playing.
    A. Only give massage to specific areas, eg. legs for runners.
    A. Do not use any deep massage movements, stick with mainly effleurage and light kneading.
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that pre-sport massage should be done within 20 minutes of actually playing to ensure that the muscles are warm and ready for activity. It is also important to only give massage to specific areas, such as the legs for runners, to target the muscles that will be used during the sport. Additionally, deep massage movements should be avoided, and instead, effleurage and light kneading should be used to promote relaxation and increase blood flow to the muscles.

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